Petra and the Nile

Petra and the Nile

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$3060

Petra and the Nile

13 Days Starting in 31.949381,35.932911 and ending in 30.009495,31.261597

Visiting: Egypt, Jordan

Tour operator:

Encounters Travel

Tour code:

599

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 18

Physical rating:

Moderate

Age range:

8-95

Special diets catered:

Please advise requests.

Tour operated in:

English
From: $3060

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

This great tour is jam packed with all the main sights in Jordan and Egypt. Petra, The Dead Sea, The Pyramids and more.

Starting in Amman, Jordan, we tour the city centre before taking a tour out to the well preserved Roman remains at Jerash. Heading south we then follow the scenic Kings Highway stopping at Madaba, Mount Nebo, and the crumbling remains the crusader castle at Kerak, before arriving at Jordan's most popular attraction, the hidden city of Petra. We set aside a full day to explore the sprawling "Rose Red City" of Petra. Enter through the Siq and gaze upon the rock hewn Treasury built more than 2,000 years ago. Next we head into the desert at Wadi Rum, famous for its links with Lawrence of Arabia. We spend a night in a Bedouin camp here and take a 4x4 jeep ride through the stunning desert scenery before returning via a swim in the Dead Sea to Amman for our flight to Cairo (not included - you can book this as part of your main international flight ticket or we can book the flight for you separately).

After traveling on to Egypt, you'll start in Cairo where you can explore the Great Pyramids of Giza including the Step Pyramid and the iconic Sphinx. A short flight takes you to Luxor the next morning where you will experience the incredible temples and world famous tombs of the Valley of the Kings as well as visiting Karnak, Medinat Habu, Queen Hatchepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Your luxury river boat cruise takes you all the way to Aswan, via the temples of Edfu and Komomo, where we will explore the romantic temples of Philae and the impressive Aswan High Dam. Flying back to Cairo, we then tour the world famous Egyptian Museum, accompanied by a certified Egyptologist, before you are free to explore the bustling markets and souks of this incredible city.

Highlights

  • Jerash ruins, Kings Highway, Madaba mosaics, Wadi Rum safari & camp, Petra, Dead Sea swim, Pyramids & Sphinx, Karnak & Luxor temples, Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatchepsut temple, Edfu & Komombo temples, Boat trip to Philae Temple, luxury Nile cruise, Egyptian Museum

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Day 1: Arrive In Amman. Hotel Transfers Included

Accommodation Name: Once you arrive in Amman, you will be welcomed by our staff before we transfer to your hotel. We'll help you check in and show you where the local shops, cafés and restaurants are before we give you some free time to explore the city before we officially

Day 2 : Day 2: A City Tour Of Amman And Exploring Jerash

Accommodation Name: We start the day by departing from Amman and visiting the ruined city of Jerash. It's hard not to be in awe of this masterpiece of Roman architecture which was once hidden under sand. You'll explore some of the city's ruined highlights, which includes the

Day 3 : Day 3: King's Highway To Petra With Stops At Madaba & Kerak Castle

Accommodation Name: King's Highway to Petra via Madaba and Kerak Another day of exploration awaits, starting with a drive along the picturesque King's Highway to Petra. Although this route takes a bit longer, its alluring views makes it worth going the extra mile. As we driv

Day 4 : Day 4: Full Day Exploration Of Petra: Camping Underneath The Stars In Wadi Rum

Accommodation Name: Today is all about venturing around the prominent Nabatean site of Petra. Until the Romans took over in 106AD, the historic city was the ancient capital of the Nabatean commercial empire. For a while Petra was forgotten and then rediscovered by the Swiss

Day 5 : Day 5: A Jeep Safari In Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Swim

Accommodation Name: Wadi Rum jeep safari, Dead Sea swim We spend more time amidst the desert scenery of Wadi Rum today on a jeep safari that passes by more sharp cliffs and intriguing rock formations. This area and its huge rust coloured rocky 'jebels' was made famous by the

Day 6 : Extras:

Accommodation Name: <STRONG>Day 6: Amman to Cairo. Hotel transfer included </STRONG>We leave Jordan today and transfer you to Amman airport for your flight to Cairo. Once you arrive, we'll meet you at the airport, assist you with obtaining your visa and luggage, and then tra

Nile dinner cruise in Cairo, Amman to Cairo flight

Day 7: Cairo. Pyramids & Saqqara Tour

Accommodation Name: Cairo hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast


Our tour of Egypt starts with a visit to the Giza Plateau, home of Egypt's world famous Great Pyramids, proclaimed by the Greeks to be among the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. We visit the great Pyramids of Giza and their guardian Sphinx, Memphis-first capital of the ancient kingdom to see the statue of Ramses II, then to Sakkara to see the Step pyramid.

Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo (deluxe)

Day 8: Luxor. West Bank Tour. Luxor Temple

Accommodation Name: On board - 5 star cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


This moring we transfer to Cairo airport of an early flight to Luxor. We begin our tour of the West bank of the Nile starting at the Colossi of Memnon we then get to explore the dusty Pharaonic tombs located at the world famous Valley of the Kings. We also visit the Temple of Queen Hatchepsut and see the colourful hieroglyphics at Medinat Habu temple before crossing back into Luxor. Your afternoon is free to relax on board your 5-star Nile cruise boat or to explore Luxor's markets. In the evening we take a walking tour of the beautiful Luxor Temple which is spectacularly lit up at night.

Day 9: Luxor. Karnak Temple. Sail To Edfu

Accommodation Name: On board - 5 star cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Hot air balloon in Luxor

Day 10: Edfu. Cruise To Kom Ombo & Aswan

Accommodation Name: On board - 5 star cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


After breakfast we visit the nearby Edfu Temple which is dedicated to the god Horus. We then continue upriver towards Kom Ombo, watching traditional rural Egyptian life pass us by on the banks of the Nile. You may want to enjoy a relaxing soak in the plunge pool on the boat's sun deck. At Kom Omombo we tour the temple which sits scenicly by the banks of the Nile and is home to mummified crocodiles amongst other things! The cruise then continues onwards to Aswan.

Day 11: Aswan. Abu Simbel Option. Philae Temple: Aswan Dam

Accommodation Name: Aswan - 5-star cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


An option is available this morning to visit the temples built by Ramses II at the amazing UNESCO world heritage site of Abu Simbel. We depart very early with the aim of seeing the rising sun over the temples. If you don't visit Abu Simbel, then this morning is free..
Our tours in Aswan include a trip to the beautiful island temple complex of Philae which we visit by boat. The Philae temple remains one of Egypt’s most romantic and picturesque sites having been completely relocated following work on the Dam. We'll also see the impressive Aswan High Dam which was constructed to form Lake Nasser. The rest of the day is free to explore the colourful souks and markets found in the town or watch the sunset over the River Nile.

Abu Simbel overland

Day 12: Cairo: Egyptian Museum & Optional Tours

Accommodation Name: Cairo hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast


This morning we transfer to Aswan airport for a flight back to Cairo. We start our tour of Cairo with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, the world-renowned Museum of Egyptian Antiquities. Accompanied by your certified Egyptologist, you'll stroll through the halls highlighting each historical period of this ancient land. The afternoon if free to enjoy at your leisure or to take some optional half day tours visiting not-to-be-missed the Khan Al-Khalili bazaar, abuzz with activity and offering a priceless perspective on Cairo's oriental character OR discover Cairo's churches & synagogues by taking the old Cairo Coptic.

Nile Dinner Cruise in Cairo (deluxe)

Day 13: Cairo. Departure Transfer To The Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast


Your time is free today until we transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.

Extra night - post-tour

What's Included

What's Not Included

Check out our Q&As

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    18.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes.

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    As Detailed in an Itinerary.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes.

  • Is travel insurance compulsory?

    Yes! Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our tours and needs to cover personal accident & liability, medical expenses and repatriation, travel delay & abandonment. We also strongly recommend that you take out cover against cancellation and lost/stolen baggage. Personal medical insurance does not normally provide sufficient cover and is generally not suitable for travel on our tours. You will not be able to join your tour if you have not provided us with details of your insurance or if you arrive without cover in place (no refunds will be due in this event).

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You are always able to change your travel date. However, some charges may apply depending on how long before your departure you make the change. Our flexible booking conditions and reduced charges will apply if you are changing date because of a Covid-19 reason or because your government is advising against travel to your destination. Please check our detailed booking conditions for full details.

  • When is my balance payment due?

    60 days prior to departure

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    On most of our group tours, solo travellers may choose to form a temporary 'tour bubble' and share a room with another traveller of the same sex in the group. If a room share is not available then a single room supplement may be payable, with the costs for these kept as low as possible. We have also removed compulsory single supplements from many of our tours, and are reducing the cost by 50% on s

  • Can I transfer my booking to someone else?

    Customers may transfer their booking or any Credit on File to another person who satisfies all the relevant conditions to the tour, provided that we are notified not less than 7 days before departure, and the transferee agrees to these booking conditions and all other terms of the contract between us. The Client and new booker are jointly and severally responsible for any outstanding payments and a transfer administration fee of GBP50 / USD75 / CAD100 / AUD100 / NZD100 / EUR75 / ZAR1000 / INR5000 or GBP100 / USD150 / CAD200 / AUD200 / NZD200 / EUR150 / ZAR2000 / INR10,000 if the transfer is made less than 60 days before departure. Important Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended or transferred after they have been confirmed (for example flight tickets, Gorilla Permits) and any alteration could incur a cancellation and rebooking charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Peter Wilson  

A lovely trip with great tour guides

January 2023

We did the Discover Egypt tour and have nothing but praise for the experience. Encounters Travel ensured everything ran very smoothly and the trip was great value for money. So many highlights apart from the obvious ones of the Pyramids and temples. Visiting a Nubian village for lunch and a lazy overnight cruise down the Nile were both perfect. Also a special shout out to our fantastic tour guides Hassan (who was brilliant in helping us to retrieve delayed luggage from Cairo airport), Ayman with his warm personality and deep historical knowledge, and Mohammed whose laughter and jokes lit up our time in Hurghada. All of them deserve 5 stars.

Alexander Roc  

My Egypt express tour

October 2023

Our Egypt Tour was life changing! we took the express tour, we were greeted on arrival by a company member in Cairo airport with a company sign, then escorted to passport screening and check ins, we were taken to the first hotel then escorted the group to check ins at the hotel lobby .. they made check ins easy.. first day we hit the Giza Plateau, on our way to the pyramids our tour guides (Ayman Kenawy) and (Ashra fbehairy) explained what to expect and took care of us the entire tour.. the pyramids were amazing, Ayman and Ashra explained the history, personal prespectives and highlights of the pyramid location with great detail.. we were in complete awe.. they got us our tickets and guided us to the great pyramid entrance. after we checked out the great Sphinx went on camel rides they helped take pictures, SECURITY was present and tentative.. we felt SAFE the entire Tour! Second Day Ayman guided us on a tour to beautiful Cairo! to the Muhammad Ali Mosque.. wow this place is a true MARVEL.. most gorgeous architecture and history.. Ayman explained the purpose of things and the history of Muhammad Ali and purpose of this Mosque, this place i will not forget.. the gorgeous chandeliers and design on the ceiling , the energy there was captivating, just wow .. Ayman explained Islam to us, Mecca and the pilgrimage.. Thank you Ayman! We visited Coptic Cairo and the Hanging Church of mary.. another life changing experience! afterwards The guides took us to the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.. Security walked with us as we shopped Next day we headed to Aswan by flight, in the day we journeyed to Abu Simbel .. our Guide Ashra Gave us a time frame about a hour to freely check out the temples.. on the way Ashra explained the the Story of Abu Simbel.. Thank you Ashra! we ended the day on a Felucca cruising the beautiful Nile.. we slept in ethe felucca overnight.. it was comfortable and really nice.. starry skies over head and tranquil experience. next day we hit the Temple of Philae, rode a small boat to the temple the sights and river was worth every photo and video you can take! the details on the temple walls here are something else, an incredible sight! also the history of early Christianity here very worth noting.. Part of the tour was also shopping for Natural egyptian Oils medicined, perfumes and papyrus along with local food spots.. worth noting, if there was anything we NEEDED the tour guides were very well connected and will get you what youre looking for.. I.E medicine in case you are not feeling well or where the ATMs are located.. The Following locations were The valley of the kings, Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep, Luxur and my absolute favorite stop, Dendera's Temple of Hathor! this temple added the cherry on top of our trip.. we were in amazement of the tressure this place truly is. so much detail here.. you do NOT want to miss this location.. Ayman explained the history and the zodiac here! a true Marvel.. last stop was a day tour to ALEXANDRIA with our tour guide Ashra, we visited the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.. this place is eerie and trippy.. but definitely worth the visit , we hit Pompey's pillar, The famous library of Alexandria and were treated to a great sea food restaurant overlooking the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea.. Thank You Ashra! The Tour Guides kept us SAFE, fed and exited for the next stop .. the entire tour i felt SAFE.. the security staff was cool and followed close to the group.. met some amazing People and made priceless memories, THANK YOU TOUR GUIDES!! cant wait for our NEXT CHANCE TO VISIT EGYPT , WE LOVE YOU and GOD BLESS .

Eric D  

Classic Egypt Tour Was Awesome!

November 2022

We had a wonderful experience with Encounters for our Egypt tour. Everything was great, from booking, pre-trip communication, accommodations, transfers, guides and drivers. We anticipated a "small group" tour but we were the only couple who booked this particular week. To our surprise, we had a guide and driver all to our selves! Our guide in Luxor did need to make some adjustments to the itinerary due to changes in the Nile cruise schedule. He was great at reading our interests and suggesting alternative options that we throughly enjoyed. On hindsight we may have shortened the Nile cruise a couple of days for a visit to Hurghada. We also extended our trip a day to visit Alexandria. It was a very long day and we wished we would have considered other options like a trip to the Red Pyramid, Memphis or other museums in Cairo.

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